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Intellectual Property

The more than 200 labeling related patents issued to B & H Labeling Systems over the last four decades are proof positive that "Innovation For The Long Run®" is a true reflection of B & H's core competency, and not just a hollow corporate tag line. Of these patents, 115 are active today in 17 countries around the world.

As the pioneer and leader in the development of roll-fed labeling, innovation was a necessity for B & H, not an option. Innovation, with an emphasis on solving customer problems with creative, practical and functional technology, was necessary for the survival of the company. Many of these innovations remain a foundation of today's vast roll-fed labeling industry.

Here is a top line summary of key B & H development milestones and patents.

1975

1979

B & H introduces "S" container flow configuration which became the industry standard. The "S" refers to the path of a container as it moves through the labeling process,

1983

B & H introduces vacuum control for label material handling, and was first to incorporate vacuum control into the cutter. This development was essential to the successful application of the first plastic film labels to 2L PET bottles.

1984

B & H introduces and patents use of servo drives for label feed control and label registration.

2012

For more information about B & H innovations, or to discuss licensing opportunities for current B & H patents, please call Business Development at 209-556-6160, or e-mail businessdevelopment@bhlabeling.com.